Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic optometrist to join our progressive the ophthalmology team at Wirral University Teaching Hospital.
Applications are invited from GOC registered optometrists would like to work part time as part of a multidisciplinary team of ophthalmologists with a wide range of specialist interests, optometrists, orthoptists and other support staff.
Previous hospital experience is desirable but not essential as training will be given.
Candidates who have less than 3 years post qualification experience may be considered to start at band 6 level with a view to progress to band 7 once training and set targets are completed.
Main duties of the job
The role offers the opportunity to be develop clinically in a broad range of core optometry services including paediatric and adult refraction, contact lenses and low vision rehabilitation.
Our optometrists work alongside consultant ophthalmologists in paediatric, corneal, glaucoma, and retinal clinics allowing you to further develop your clinical skills.
It would be desirable if the appointee has experience and higher qualifications in an extended role.
There will be opportunity to participate in regular teaching, training, and clinical audit to enhance your knowledge and also contribute to the training of others in the department.
You should be motivated to provide the highest standards of patient care and to constantly improve your knowledge and skills to benefit our patients.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Specialist Optometrist position available at WUTH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Specialist Optometrist position available at WUTH.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- BSc ( Hons) ophthalmic optics or optometry
- Registered with the GOC
- Minimum of three years post qualification experience
- Undertaken advanced clinical training through continuing professional development
Desirable
- Higher degree or College of Optometrists higher qualifications
- Experience of working in hospital optometry
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Experience of clinical teaching,supervision or staff training
- Evidence of leadership skills
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge of hospital optometry
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Competent in all areas of core hospital optometry services
- Good presentation skills
- Excellent communication skills -able to effectively communicate to a wide range of people with various levels of understanding
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Works well in a team
- Ability to work flexibly, be adaptable
- Ability to demonstrate empathy and professionalism
- Motivated and enthusiastic
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- BSc ( Hons) ophthalmic optics or optometry
- Registered with the GOC
- Minimum of three years post qualification experience
- Undertaken advanced clinical training through continuing professional development
Desirable
- Higher degree or College of Optometrists higher qualifications
- Experience of working in hospital optometry
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Experience of clinical teaching,supervision or staff training
- Evidence of leadership skills
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge of hospital optometry
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Competent in all areas of core hospital optometry services
- Good presentation skills
- Excellent communication skills -able to effectively communicate to a wide range of people with various levels of understanding
Desirable
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Works well in a team
- Ability to work flexibly, be adaptable
- Ability to demonstrate empathy and professionalism
- Motivated and enthusiastic
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
